Flooring
How To Stretch Carpet
Need to stretch a section of carpet in your home? It takes a bit of muscle, but specialized tools do most of the work.
How to Patch a Carpet
Need to fix your burned, worn, or stained carpet? Read our guide on how to patch a carpet, plus tips on maintaining its appearance.
Asbestos Floor Tiles: Are They Safe To Remove?
Got an old house? Your tile floors may contain asbestos. Call in a professional to help you safely remove them.
How to Clean Laminate Floors
Once installed, laminate must be properly cared for to keep it looking as good as day one. Read on for our tips for cleaning your laminate floors.
Terrazzo Floors: A Comprehensive Guide
Terrazzo flooring can transform the look and feel of your house. Here's everything you need to know about terrazzo floors.
What to Know About Luxury Vinyl Flooring
Resilient wood-look planks and stone-tile look-a-likes are more convincing than ever. Here's how to choose and use luxury vinyl flooring.
Best Washable Rugs (2024 Guide)
Homeowners without carpet may find hardwood or tile flooring to be cold and uninviting. A well-placed rug helps tie furniture together and creates a warm and comfortable atmosphere. To find a stylish rug that’s easy to care for, learn more about our top picks for the best washable rugs.
How to Fill Pipe Holes in Wooden Floors
Removing a radiator will typically leave large holes in otherwise beautiful wood flooring. General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner solve this exact problem in his new baby’s nursery.
The 5 Best Wet Vacs (2024 Review)
Wet shop vacuums are an effective machine for cleaning spilled liquids or washing hardwood floors. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best wet vacs on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Our 5 Best Gas Pressure Washer Picks (2024)
Looking for an easy way to clean your deck and other outdoor spaces? Read our guide to learn about the best gas pressure washers.
The 5 Best Shark Vacuums (2023 Review)
This Old House Reviews Team researched the highest-rated Shark vacuums on Amazon. We review handheld, robotic, stick, and upright vacuums to help you find the best option for your home.
5 Best Vacuums for Carpet (2024 Guide)
Dirt, dust, hair, and other unwanted debris builds up quickly between carpet fibers. In this review, our team takes a look at five of the best vacuums for carpets to help you find the best fit for your home.
The 5 Best Vacuums For Pet Hair (2024 Review)
If you own a cat or dog, you know how quickly pet hair or dander builds up on carpet. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best vacuums for pet hair on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you.
How to Patch a Wood Floor
If you're faced with unsightly spots in your wood flooring, follow these steps to learn how to properly patch the floor to blend the old with the new.
Best Portable Carpet Cleaners (2024 Guide)
Clean carpets are a hallmark of all tidy and organized homes. Discover our top recommendations for the latest, best portable carpet cleaners.
The 5 Car Vacuums (2023 Review)
Car vacuums can keep the seats and floors of your sedan or SUV clean. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best car vacuums on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at local home centers, large retailers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Best Carpet Shampoos (2024 Guide)
In this guide, our team takes a look at today's latest, best carpet shampoos to meet a range of applications, lifestyles, and budgets.
Best Handheld Carpet Cleaners (2024 Guide)
In the round-up and comprehensive buying guide, our team takes a look at some of today's best handheld carpet cleaners.
5 Best Floor Cleaners (2024 Review)
Floor cleaners can remove dirt and grime from hardwood, tile, concrete, and more. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best floor cleaners on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you.
The 4 Best Laminate Floor Cleaners (2023 Review)
Keeping laminate floors clean and shiny can be a challenge without the right product. This review examines the best laminate floor cleaners.
Tile Setting 101: Best Practices from an Expert
A veteran tile setter shares his best practices for achieving top-notch tiled surfaces.
The 5 Best Carpet Stain Removers (2024 Review)
Food and drink spills are bound to happen on your carpet, so you want to make sure you have a stain remover on hand for when they do. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best carpet stain removers on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
The 5 Best Vacuum Mop Combos (2024 Review)
Two-in-one vacuums and mops keep your floors clean with one machine. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best vacuum mop combos on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Best Handheld Cordless Vacuum Cleaners of 2024
Handheld vacuums make cleaning hard-to-reach places, such as underneath furniture easier. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best handheld cordless vacuum cleaners on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various department stores, home improvement stores, and online retailers like Amazon.
Best Carpet Steamers of 2023
A carpet steamer uses hot water and suction to loosen and remove dirt from carpets and other surfaces. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best carpet steamers on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
How to Shampoo Your Carpet
Whether you want to do it yourself or hire a professional cleaning service, giving your carpet a deep clean with shampoo helps keep it in the best possible condition.
How to Soundproof a Room
Learn how to soundproof a room from floor to ceiling using both simple and advanced methods.
How to Install Vinyl Plank Flooring in a Kitchen
In this DIY Smarts project, Carpenter Nathan Gilbert helps a homeowner replace a dated vinyl kitchen floor with modern vinyl plank flooring to complete an updated look.
The 5 Best Tile Floor Cleaners (2024 Review)
While all-purpose cleaners can sometimes clean tile floors, they won’t always leave your floors with the shine that they deserve. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best tile floor cleaners on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
The 5 Best Steam Cleaners (2023 Review)
Steam cleaners are an effective way to clean your home using only water. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best steam cleaners on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
6 Best Vacuums for Hardwood Floors of 2024 (Tested and Ranked)
Like carpets, hardwood floors need to be vacuumed regularly to stay clean. In this review, we tested six of the top vacuums for hardwood floors to help you choose the best model for your home.
The 5 Best Mops (2023 Review)
There are a wide variety of mops on the market with numerous features to assist you with cleaning. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best mops on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at local home centers, large retailers, and online retailers like Amazon.